Caustic injury to the upper Gi tract
Kruger, F.C.
Sadj Journal of the South African Dental Association 59(8): 335
2004
ISSN/ISBN: 1029-4864 PMID: 15559920 Document Number: 579118
Caustic injury of the oesophagus and stomach is common among children and young adults. The morbidity associated with caustic injury can be severe. Due to improved management the mortality has decreased significantly. Alkaline agents tend to cause more severe injury than acidic agents.
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